Development Analyst
About GWL Realty Advisors
GWLRA is a leader in both the commercial and multi-residential real estate industries. Driven by our values of Integrity, Ambition, Creativity, and Empathy, our vision is to be a sustainable company known for exceptional real estate management, trusted advice, and outstanding service by consistently fulfilling our mission to deliver strong, long-term results for our clients.
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to:
Focus on financial and feasibility analyses for a variety of projects currently underway as well as assist in the sourcing of new development projects. In addition, you’ll have extensive opportunities to collaborate with the asset, investment, portfolio, and property management teams. This role will work across all asset classes (office, retail, industrial, and residential) in the Eastern Canada region.
RESPONBILITIES
Analysis + Data Management
- Financial analysis and underwriting for development projects
- Reviewing budget assumptions and assisting with revenue & expense assumptions
- Assemble data rooms and handle follow up information requests
- Consolidate key data for various reports
Collaboration + Strategy
- Assist with approvals, reporting processes, and policy compliance
- Support the new business team during the feasibility, acquisition, rezoning, and predevelopment cycles
- Collaborate with various departments to develop pro-formas, sensitivity analysis, and cash flow projections
- Coordinate with various 3rd party consultants to both summarize and maintain information
Presentation + Research
- Maintain financial models and provide recommendations for on-going improvements (after all, we will rely on your expertise!)
- Assist with opportunity summaries, deal recommendations, and associated updates
- Influence strategy and decisions by providing compelling data-based rationales
- Stay on top of industry trends and conduct market research
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- Must have expert-level MS Excel and quantitative skills
- Must have excellent communication and relationship building skills
- University degree ideally in business, finance, accounting, or economics
Preferred
- 1+ year of experience in real estate analysis
- Argus experience and/or exposure
- Strong attention to detail but also able to thrive in a fast paced and high-volume environment
- An entrepreneurial spirit – after all, this is a brand-new role - you will have leeway to make it your own!
WHAT WE OFFER
- 3 weeks of vacation per year
- 3 paid personal days per year
- Eligible to participate in our annual bonus program
- Half-day every Friday before a long weekend
- Up to $2,000 annual education allowance
- Up to $5,000 annual mental health coverage, plus other comprehensive benefits and savings programs
- A friendly, welcoming, and supportive culture
- Many social and team events!
Our Business
Learn more about our commercial and residential businesses, our values, and careers at GWLRA.
Our Commitment to Diversity
GWL Realty Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. It prohibits discrimination based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and any other legally protected class in accordance with applicable federal, provincial and local laws. We are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you are contacted for an interview and require accommodation during the interviewing process, please let us know.
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This is a full time position